This MSc programme offers you an advanced level of study in specific aspects of mechanical engineering which are in demand from industry.You study core modules that provide you with relevant learning to further your career, along with an optional module that enables you to explore a specific area of mechanical engineering.There are three routes you can select from to gain a postgraduate master’s award:MSc Mechanical Engineering – one year full timeMSc Mechanical Engineering – two years part timeMSc Mechanical Engineering (with Advanced Practice) – two years full timeThe one-year programme is a great option if you want to gain a traditional MSc qualification. The two-year master’s degree with advanced practice enhances your qualification by adding a vocational or research based internship to the one-year master’s programme. A vocational internship is a great way to gain work experience and give your CV a competitive edge. A research internship provides you with the opportunity to develop your analytical, team-working, research and academic skills by working alongside a research team in an academic setting. We guarantee a research internship, but cannot guarantee a vocational internship. We will, however, provide you with practical support and advice on how to find and secure your own vocational internship position should you prefer this type of internship.Accredited by The Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for further learning for registration as a chartered engineer. Candidates must hold a CEng-accredited BEng/BSc (Hons) first degree to comply with full CEng registration requirements.By completing an IMechE accredited degree, you meet part or all the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer and are in a strong position to achieve professional engineering status after a period of initial professional development in industry.